Tootsies Stride Rite is located in Richmond Virginia. We opened our doors on October 14, 1985, and been in business for over 17 years. We specialize in Stride Rite children shoes, but also carry an extensive line of accessories. One of our most popular lines is our children’s rainwear. We have been selling this line since 1996, and have received tremendous response from our customers as to the quality and design of these outfits. For more information on Tootsies Stride Rite, you may Contact Us. We are located at 13565 Midlothian Tnpk, Midlothian, Va. 23113, which is a suburb of Richmond, Virginia. If you are ever in the area, please feel free to stop by and visit our showroom.

WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 — Tootsies Stride Rite Of Midlothian has been selected for the 2009 Best of Midlothian Award in the Children’s Shoes category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) U.S.

Commerce Association (USCA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.